2003 Pontiac Montana Logo
Posted on Dec 19, 2010
Answered by a Fixya Expert

Trustworthy Expert Solutions

At Fixya.com, our trusted experts are meticulously vetted and possess extensive experience in their respective fields. Backed by a community of knowledgeable professionals, our platform ensures that the solutions provided are thoroughly researched and validated.

View Our Top Experts

Gas gauge always reads full. - 2003 Pontiac Montana

1 Answer

Anonymous

Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 500 times.

  • Master 1,168 Answers
  • Posted on Dec 19, 2010
Anonymous
Master
Level 3:

An expert who has achieved level 3 by getting 1000 points

All-Star:

An expert that got 10 achievements.

MVP:

An expert that got 5 achievements.

President:

An expert whose answer got voted for 500 times.

Joined: May 04, 2009
Answers
1168
Questions
0
Helped
657067
Points
4133

Hello John.
The Montana/Venture vans have a problem with the fuel gauge sending units in the early 2000's.
The only cure is to drop the fuel tank, remove the sending unit and replace it.
The fuel gauge sending unit is available separately from the fuel pump.
Thank you for using FixYa.
KL

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

1helpful
2answers

Dodge nitro R/T 2007 gas gauge ALWAYS says FULL

If the gas gauge of your 2007 Dodge Nitro R/T always shows a full reading, there could be a few possible causes for this issue:
  1. Faulty fuel level sensor: The fuel level sensor is responsible for measuring the amount of fuel in the tank and sending that information to the gauge on the dashboard. If the sensor is malfunctioning or stuck in the "full" position, it will consistently display a full reading on the gas gauge.
  2. Wiring or electrical issue: There might be a problem with the wiring or electrical connections between the fuel level sensor and the gauge. If there is a loose or damaged wire, it could prevent the accurate transmission of fuel level data to the gauge.
  3. Instrument cluster malfunction: The problem could be with the instrument cluster itself, where the gas gauge is located. If there is a fault in the cluster's circuitry or display, it may cause the gauge to always show a full reading.
  4. Gauge calibration issue: In some cases, the gas gauge might be improperly calibrated, resulting in it always displaying a full tank. Recalibrating the gauge might resolve the issue.
To address this problem, it is recommended to take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic or an authorized Dodge service center. They will have the necessary diagnostic tools and expertise to identify the exact cause of the issue and perform the required repairs. They may need to inspect the fuel level sensor, check the wiring connections, or evaluate the instrument cluster to resolve the problem.
0helpful
2answers

Why is fuel gauge "stuck" on full?

A wire or connection is getting shorted during installation and reinstallation
0helpful
1answer

1992 gmc sierra pickup gas gauge always reads full

REPLACE SENDING UNIT THAT'S INSIDE THE TANK
0helpful
1answer
0helpful
1answer

Put in new fuel pump and sending unit. but my gas gauge doesnt always work. sometimes is does and sometimes it doesnt

if it worked for a short period of time after doing the pump/sending unit the check the connections going to the pump/sending unit they would have been moved around doing the pump
0helpful
1answer
0helpful
1answer

How do I fix the gas gauge? It always reads full

sounds like the sending unit is not working
0helpful
1answer

Gas gauge always reads full, and then bounces from full to empty

This problem is only caused by one thing, and that is the gas gauge sending unit inside the gas tank is defective, it will need to be replaced to correct this. The gas tank must be removed from the truck to access the sender assembly.
0helpful
1answer

Gas guage always reads full

It could be a faulty sending unit, which will require the removal of the fuel tank. Make sure all of your fuses are good before you do anything else, as all the gauges are electrical. It is possible you have a bad gauge, but 9 times out of 10, it's the sending unit.
1helpful
1answer

Fuel Gauge Not Reading

sounds like the float isnt sitting proplery in the tank
Not finding what you are looking for?

835 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Pontiac Experts

ZJ Limited
ZJ Limited

Level 3 Expert

17989 Answers

Thomas Perkins
Thomas Perkins

Level 3 Expert

15088 Answers

Brad Brown

Level 3 Expert

19187 Answers

Are you a Pontiac Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...